Columbia Sportswear CoCOLM +0.88%82 EV-to-FCF is 18.57 as of Jun. 25, 2026, which is 1% above its 10-year median of 18.42. GuruFocus rates COLM with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of $85.03 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 639 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies, Columbia Sportswear Co ranks worse than 58.06% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Columbia Sportswear Co's Enterprise Value is $3,237 Mil.
Columbia Sportswear Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $174 Mil. Therefore, Columbia Sportswear Co's EV-to-FCF for today is 18.57.
The historical rank and industry rank for Columbia Sportswear Co's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
COLM'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -396.66 Med: 18.42 Max: 205.98
Current: 18.57
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Columbia Sportswear Co was 205.98. The lowest was -396.66. And the median was 18.42.
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Columbia Sportswear Co (NAS:COLM) EV-to-FCF Explanation
EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Columbia Sportswear Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Columbia Sportswear Co's share price for today is $64.53.
Columbia Sportswear Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $3.140.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Apparel Manufacturing subindustry, Columbia Sportswear Co's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Columbia Sportswear Co EV-to-FCF vs Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories Industry
For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Columbia Sportswear Co's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Columbia Sportswear Co's EV-to-FCF falls into.
Columbia Sportswear Co's current Enterprise Value is $3,237 Mil.
Columbia Sportswear Co's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $174 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Columbia Sportswear Co (COLM) has a EV-to-FCF of 18.57 as of Jun. 25, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Columbia Sportswear Co and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 18.42. According to the industry distribution chart, Columbia Sportswear Co ranks #371 out of 639 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, placing it in the top 58.1%.
Is Columbia Sportswear Co's EV-to-FCF too high?
Columbia Sportswear Co's current EV-to-FCF of 18.57 is near median its 10-year median of 18.42. The Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.94. Columbia Sportswear Co's value of 18.57 is 24.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Columbia Sportswear Co ranks #371 out of 639 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Columbia Sportswear Co has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Columbia Sportswear Co's EV-to-FCF compare to ZGN and KTB?
According to the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry distribution chart, Columbia Sportswear Co ranks #371 out of 639 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Columbia Sportswear Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.94. Columbia Sportswear Co's value of 18.57 is 24.3% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 18.42 vs. the industry median of 14.94, Columbia Sportswear Co has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-FCF for a Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies is 14.94, based on 639 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Columbia Sportswear Co's current EV-to-FCF of 18.57 is 24.3% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Columbia Sportswear Co and its competitors. For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.94 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Columbia Sportswear Co's current EV-to-FCF is 18.57, which is near median its own 10-year median of 18.42. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Columbia Sportswear Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Columbia Sportswear Co (COLM) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $85.03, compared to a current price of $64.53 — trading 24.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 18.57, which is near median its 10-year median of 18.42 and 24.3% above the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median of 14.94. Columbia Sportswear Co's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Columbia Sportswear Co (COLM), the current EV-to-FCF is 18.57 as of Jun. 25, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Columbia Sportswear Co (COLM) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Columbia Sportswear Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $64.53 is trading 24.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $85.03.
GuruFocus considers Columbia Sportswear Co to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for COLM:
EV-to-FCF: 18.57 (near median its 10-year median of 18.42)
GF Value™: $85.03 vs. price of $64.53 (24.1% below fair value)
Industry Position: 24.3% above the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories median (#371 of 639)
No single metric tells the full story. See the COLM stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Columbia Sportswear Co makes outdoor and active-lifestyle apparel, footwear, equipment, and accessories that it sells under four primary brands: Columbia, Sorel, Mountain Hardwear, and prAna. The majority of sales are in the United States, but the company also has remarkable sales in its three other geographic segments: Latin American and Asia-Pacific; Europe, Middle East, and Africa; and Canada. The majority of sales are through wholesale channels, including sporting goods and department stores, but the company also operates its own branded stores in each of its geographic segments. It sources products from around the world and uses contract manufacturers outside the United States, predominantly in Asia to manufacture its various products.
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